The old forge,
built in the 1790s, was in the continued occupation of one family - the
Pearces. They operated here until 1966, after which time it was
converted for use as an artist's studio.

The
Heritage and Information Centre opened in 2004. In addition to the
permanent exhibition, specific exhibits will be
set-up on an annual basis.

The history of the
parish is illustrated with displays depicting Farming through the Ages,
the Fishing Industry, Education, Domesday Book entries, the Manors,
World Wars, Coastguards, Churches, Chapels and much more.Illustrated by
photographs, tithe maps, documents, parish records and other artefacts.

For those with an
interest in family history there is a
database containing the baptisms/christenings, marriages and deaths/burials
of more than 11,500 parishioners. Indexes are also
available
for St Gerrans and St Anthony parishes covering, marriages, burials and a churchyard
plan. The 1841 - 1901 census has also been
indexed.

The Heritage Centre is on Tregassick Road, 50 metres south of St Gerrans Church.
There is ample free
car parking within 200 metres.

Open Daily
(not Sundays)April 2nd to April 11th&April 29th to October
30th